DOJ Investigates 'Inconsistencies' in Fani Willis's Federal Grant Reporting
The Department of Justice is probing discrepancies in Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis's management of a federal grant, amid broader scrutiny over her handling of high-profile cases.
- The DOJ has identified reporting inconsistencies in a $488,000 federal grant managed by Fani Willis's office, intended for youth gang prevention.
- House Judiciary Committee has threatened Willis with contempt of Congress for inadequate responses regarding the grant's usage.
- A whistleblower initially raised concerns about potential misuse of the grant funds, leading to further investigations.
- Willis has refuted claims of mismanagement, asserting her office's compliance with DOJ requirements.
- The scrutiny comes as Willis continues to lead the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.